Residence permit for other purposes / private means (§7(1) AufenthG) (Aufenthaltserlaubnis zu sonstigen Zwecken (§ 7 Abs. 1 S. 3 AufenthG))
Residence permit for other purposes / private means (§7(1) AufenthG) is a residence route in Germany (Mezzi propri). Discretionary permit for wealthy/retired persons with secure means and health insurance; no fixed amount; national D-visa first (except visa-free nationals). PR needs 60 months pension contributions (or equivalent provision). Fees: visa €75 + permit €100 per adult (half for children).
Passive-income and financially independent residence →Requirements at a glance
Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 years.
How holders are taxed
Worldwide 14–45%; capital income 25% flat
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Categoria | Mezzi propri |
|---|---|
| Investimento | — |
| Tasse (famiglia) | CHF 410 |
| Reddito / anno | — |
| Patrimonio | — |
| Soggiorno min. | — |
| Residenza perm. | 5 |
| Cittadinanza | 5 |
| Lavoro | no |
| Ammessi | non-EU/EEA nationals |
| Imposte | Worldwide 14–45%; capital income 25% flat |
| Stato al | 2026-10 |
Solo informazione generale – non è consulenza fiscale, legale, migratoria, d'investimento o finanziaria, né un rapporto con il cliente. Dati semplificati, indicativi e forse non aggiornati. Verificate sempre con l'autorità ufficiale e un professionista abilitato del paese prima di agire. Eventuali link partner sono indicati e possono generarci un compenso.